O2 Academy Bristol

O2 Academy Bristol is a music venue with two concert halls on Frogmore Street. The larger hall accommodates around 1,650 attendees, while the smaller hall holds around 350 people.

The building opened in 1966 as a cinema called the ABC New Bristol Centre and was part of a leisure complex with an ice rink. It was later converted into a music venue and has been supporting the music scene for decades.

The venue attracts music fans from across the region and has become an important gathering place for live concerts. Its two spaces allow different types of performances, from large productions to more intimate shows.

The venue is centrally located in Bristol and easily accessible by public transport. It helps to book tickets in advance to secure preferred seating.

The building retains original features from its cinema days, including tiered seating areas above the former projection room. These details tell the story of the place and create an interesting blend of old architecture and modern use.

Location: City of Bristol

Inception: November 17, 1966

Official opening: 1966

Address: Frogmore Street, Bristol, BS1 5NA, England

Website: http://o2academybristol.co.uk

GPS coordinates: 51.45451,-2.60026

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:51